unclaimed

adjective

un·​claimed ˌən-ˈklāmd How to pronounce unclaimed (audio)
: not claimed
specifically : not called for by an owner or consignee
unclaimed property/goods

Examples of unclaimed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The medals are among the billions of dollars in unclaimed funds and property currently held by the treasurer’s office. Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2024 If Sauer does go unclaimed, the Yankees will have 24 hours to decide whether to bring him back into their organization. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for unclaimed 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unclaimed was circa 1616

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“Unclaimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unclaimed. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

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